Product engineering Manager

TE Connectivity; Swindon Village; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise d'ingénierie de premier plan recherche un Manager de Laboratoire pour rejoindre son équipe Global Performance Materials. Vous serez responsable de la qualification des produits et de la gestion de l'équipe, tout en travaillant à l'amélioration continue des normes de laboratoire. Avec au minimum 5 ans d'expérience et un diplôme en sciences des matériaux, ce rôle vous permettra de façonner des processus de laboratoire de manière significative dans un environnement de travail dynamique.

Qualifications

• Expérience minimum de 5-8 ans en opérations de laboratoire, avec 2-3 ans dans un rôle de direction.
• Connaissance technique des matériaux thermorétractables et des normes automobiles.
• Capacité démontrée à diriger des équipes interfonctionnelles.

Responsibilities

• Diriger la qualification des produits annuels, en assurant la conformité.
• Gérer une équipe de laboratoire à haute performance par le coaching et le développement des talents.
• Analyser les données de test et générer des rapports.

Skills

Leadership

Gestion de projet

Analyse de données

Normes de qualité

Sécurité et santé

Compétences en communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Materials Science, Engineering, Chemistry

Tools

Statistical analysis software

Job description

This job is brought to you by Jobs/Redefined, the UK's leading over-50s age inclusive jobs board.

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Overview

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Laboratory Manager to join our Global Performance Materials Engineering team. This role is pivotal in managing the qualification of Heat Shrink Products on an annual basis, while also supporting a variety of initiatives including OEM testing, application validation, automotive compliance, NPI (New Product Introduction) projects, and sustaining activities.

As a strategic and hands-on leader, you will be responsible for setting and maintaining high laboratory standards, managing cross-functional collaboration, and driving improvements in efficiency, quality, and compliance. This is an exciting grow working in a dynamic and inclusive global work environment with a real chance to shape and improve laboratory standards in a high impact role.

Your main tasks:

• Lead the qualification of Heat Shrink Products annually, ensuring full compliance with internal and external standards.
• Support testing for OEM, application development, automotive requirements, and NPI/sustaining projects.
• Communicate effectively with both local and global Performance Materials (PFM) teams, and report directly to the Functional Leader, Laboratories.
• Work cross-functionally with departments including Global Laboratories, Sustaining Product Engineering, Innovation/NPI, Operations, Application Engineering, Project Management, and Marketing to align on business strategy and testing priorities.
• Build and lead a high-performing laboratory team through strong leadership, talent development, coaching, and empowerment.
• Define and document corporate and local laboratory standards for equipment, processes, methodologies, and training programs.
• Identify, propose, and implement new technologies and tools that enhance efficiency, reduce lead times, and improve test repeatability.
• Analyze test data, generate reports, and identify trends and opportunities for continuous improvement and process rationalization.
• Maintain communication with external certified test facilities, automotive partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Generate and deliver monthly laboratory performance reports aligned with strategic goals; develop and execute corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate closely with NPI and Sustaining teams to implement new testing methodologies.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive standard work procedures, risk assessments, COSHH documentation, and all required documentation to meet global and internal compliance standards.
• Engage with local plant and engineering teams to ensure integration and alignment of lab operations with manufacturing processes.

Your ideal background

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Materials Science, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in laboratory operations, with at least 2-3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Strong technical knowledge of heat shrink materials, automotive standards, and testing protocols.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects.
• Experience in data analysis and reporting, with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Familiarity with quality systems, risk assessments, and health & safety standards (e.g., COSHH).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in a global, multicultural environment.
• Proficiency in relevant lab tools, software, and statistical analysis methods

#jobsEMEAXX

#LI-HYBRID

Location: